Easy ANZAC Biscuits Recipe

 

Easy ANZAC Biscuits Recipe

These Easy ANZAC Biscuits are a classic Australian and New Zealand treat, known for their chewy texture and rich caramel flavor from golden syrup and oats. Perfect for tea time or a sweet snack!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Category: Cookies & Biscuits
Cuisine: Australian, New Zealand
Yield: 20 biscuits

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Ingredients:

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup brown sugar
• ½ cup desiccated coconut
• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp golden syrup
• ½ tsp baking soda
• 2 tbsp hot water

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, mix oats, flour, sugar, and coconut.
3. In a saucepan, melt butter and golden syrup over low heat.
4. In a small bowl, dissolve baking soda in hot water, then add it to the melted butter mixture (it will foam up).
5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined.
6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking tray, spacing them 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
8. Let cool on the tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Nutrition (Per Biscuit):

• Calories: 120
• Carbs: 16g
• Protein: 1.5g
• Fat: 5g

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Tips & Variations:

✔️ For chewier biscuits, bake for less time.
✔️ For crispier biscuits, bake a few minutes longer.
✔️ Golden syrup substitute: Use honey or maple syrup, but the flavor will vary slightly.

Other Variations: Gluten-Free & Keto ANZAC Biscuits Variations

Gluten-Free ANZAC Biscuits:

Substitutions:

• Replace all-purpose flour with almond flour or a gluten-free flour blend.
• Ensure gluten-free oats are used.

Instructions:
✔️ Follow the same recipe steps, using the substitutions.
✔️ The texture may be slightly crumblier but still delicious!

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Keto ANZAC Biscuits:

Substitutions:

• Replace all-purpose flour with almond flour.
• Use unsweetened shredded coconut instead of desiccated coconut.
• Replace rolled oats with chopped nuts or unsweetened coconut flakes.
• Swap brown sugar with erythritol or monk fruit sweetener.
• Replace golden syrup with sugar-free maple syrup or fiber syrup.

Instructions:
✔️ Follow the same recipe, making these swaps.
✔️ Bake at a slightly lower temperature (325°F / 160°C) to prevent over-browning.

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Keto Nutrition (Per Biscuit):

• Calories: 100
• Carbs: 3g (Net Carbs: 2g)
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 9g

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